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Kato’s journey began in Vancouver, BC, where she worked in digital graphic design during its groundbreaking years. After more than a decade, she did what few would dare: she left behind stability and moved her family to Southeast Asia. Sri Lanka became her living classroom, where she absorbed influences of architecture, color, and culture. It was there she discovered oil painting, the medium that would define her artistic path.

San Miguel de Allende has always been a city of artistry. You see it in the hand-chiseled stone facades, the layers of paint on weathered doors, the cobblestones worn smooth by centuries of footsteps. Here, design isn’t a trend; it’s a legacy. And in the middle of it all is Suki Palomina,hat maker extraordinaire.

When my husband and I relocated to San Miguel de Allende, we weren’t just looking for a beautiful home, we were searching for a more meaningful way of life. One that felt connected, intentional, and resilient. For us, that meant building an off-grid home and leaning fully into sustainable living.

Today I felt inspired to write this piece after our conversation about water. It’s a subject that has always mattered deeply to me. If you feel it’s appropriate, I’d be happy for it to be shared. Understanding the water situation in San Miguel de Allende has always felt essential. People often ask if there’s enough water here. The short answer is yes. But that doesn’t mean we’re not facing a serious crisis.

Mexico offers a wealth of incredible destinations for real estate investment, but few places can rival San Miguel de Allende. This charming colonial city, nestled in the heart of Guanajuato, consistently ranks among the best places to live, retire, and invest in property. With its stunning architecture, vibrant culture, and strong property market, San Miguel de Allende is the ideal choice for those seeking a home or investment in Mexico.

San Miguel de Allende, renowned for its colonial charm and vibrant artistic community, is set to experience a new wave of economic growth and development thanks to the construction of the Boulevard de la Libertad.

Mauricio Umansky, founder and CEO of The Agency, has announced the launch of the first interactive network focused on real estate entrepreneurship. “The Mauricio Umansky Network” will allow real estate professionals (and those looking to venture into the industry) to get unique and unprecedented access to mentorship, coaching, and guidance from the world’s top real estate experts.

The Bauhaus Classics are a fine line of furniture to match any modern home. This interior design movement was founded in 1919 but has been a home design staple. It can be described as the ideal mixture between craftsmanship, art, and interior design with a modern twist.

The festival of St. Michael the Archangel, patron saint of the city, is among the most important celebrated during the year and took place on the weekend closest to September 29th.